Dirk H. Beckwith

Vigorously defends motor carriers in personal injury litigation and cargo claims. Provides 24/7 Emergency Response Team in fatal accidents involving motor carriers. Represents railroads before the Surface Transportation Board (STB) in a variety of matters including but not limited to freight railroad rate and service disputes, and abandonment proceedings. Represents motor carriers before the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in a variety of matters including registration and licensing, regulatory compliance, safety and security, DOT audits, compliance reviews, administrative reviews, enforcement penalties, CSA and other proceedings relating to safety ratings. Represents insurance companies in situations where there are competing beneficiaries to life insurance proceeds, and the insurance company wants to avoid the risk of paying twice. Represents clients in disputes to foreclose liens on private construction projects as well as suits against bonds furnished on connection with public projects. Represents both manufacturers and purchasers of sophisticated machinery involving claims arising under the Uniform Commercial Code, including matters involving disputes regarding express and implied warranties.